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Senior Nursery Practitioner

Job description

Senior Nursery Practitioner (Level 3)

£28,000 | Full-Time Hours

Our client is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Nursery Practitioner to join their dedicated team. This role is ideal for an early years professional with a Level 3 qualification who is looking to take the next step in their career, supporting the delivery of high-quality care and education in a nurturing and stimulating environment.

 

The nursery provides a warm and welcoming ‘home from home’ setting, where children are encouraged to develop independence, confidence, and curiosity through play-based learning. If you have a strong understanding of child development and a passion for creating enriching learning experiences, we would love to hear from you!

 

What We’re Looking For

  • Level 3 Early Years Qualification (or equivalent).
  • Experience working in an early years setting, with a strong knowledge of child development.
  • Confidence in supporting a team and promoting best practices in early years education.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
  • A genuine passion for early childhood education and a commitment to delivering the highest standard of care.

 

Why Join Our Client?

  • Professional Development – Unlimited access to training and career progression opportunities.
  • Supportive Work Environment – A leadership team trained in Mental Health First Aid.
  • Discounted Childcare – An excellent benefit for team members with children.
  • Wellbeing & Benefits Package – Including a benefits portal and wellbeing support programme.
  • Paid Birthday Leave – Enjoy a day off on your birthday!
  • Free Uniform & Paid DBS Check – Ensuring you’re fully supported in your role.

 

Your Responsibilities

  • Deliver High-Quality Care & Learning – Support the development of a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment for children.
  • Plan & Implement Activities – Create age-appropriate learning experiences that encourage social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
  • Monitor & Track Development – Observe and assess children’s progress, adapting activities to support individual learning needs.
  • Support & Inspire the Team – Lead by example, ensuring best practices are followed and providing guidance to junior team members.
  • Build Strong Parent Partnerships – Foster open communication with parents and carers, keeping them informed about their child’s progress.
  • Maintain Safeguarding Standards – Ensure all policies, procedures, and safeguarding guidelines are followed at all times.

Reference: WILL111874/EC

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